In 2012 the Welsh Government launched an initiative to transform learning and teaching in Wales, bringing practices up to date with the digital world that we now live in. As part of this transformation, online personalised assessments would replace paper-based reading and numeracy tests in all schools in Wales for learners in years 2 to 9.
THE SERVICES WE PROVIDED
Method4, along with a consortium of companies, delivered the new online personalised assessments platform. The bilingual, online assessments are adaptive, with question difficulty changing based on a learner’s previous answer, therefore challenging all learners regardless of ability. After completing an assessment, formative feedback is provided to both learners and teachers, enabling focused support from schools.
Our team developed a bespoke system for teachers to schedule assessments, and learners to initiate them. It also allows the viewing of feedback for learners and summary reports for schools. The system integrates with Hwb, Wales’ digital learning and teaching platform, and Surpass, an online testing platform.
Online Personal Assessments won the "Best Use of Formative Assessment" category at the 2020 e-Assessment Awards and was a runner-up in the "Best Transformational Project" category. We’re really proud of the part we played in developing the platform and the digital transformation of Welsh education.
CHALLENGES
THE SOLUTION
OUTCOMES AND BENEFITS
